Urgent Community Plea: 5-Year-Old Kai Abducted After Mother’s Tragic Killing in Norfolk — Police Seek Tyli Scott as Search Intensifies to Bring the Little Boy Home Safe
NORFOLK, VA — June 17, 2025 — The Norfolk community is gripped by grief and fear as a desperate search continues for 5-year-old Kai, who was abducted following the tragic killing of his mother. Police have identified a person of interest, Tyli Scott, believed to be in possession of the missing child. Authorities and family members are urging the public to come together in this critical moment to ensure Kai’s safe return.
The tragedy unfolded early Monday morning when Norfolk Police responded to a call at a local residence reporting a disturbance. Upon arrival, officers discovered the body of Kai’s mother, who had suffered fatal injuries. The circumstances surrounding her death are currently under investigation, with police indicating it appears to be connected to a domestic dispute.
Immediately after the discovery, it became clear that Kai was missing from the home. Norfolk Police swiftly launched an urgent search operation, issuing a Be On the Lookout (BOLO) alert for Tyli Scott, the individual suspected of abducting the child.
Authorities have described the situation as extremely urgent, emphasizing the vulnerability of a child of Kai’s age. The Norfolk Police Department has urged anyone with information—no matter how small—to come forward. “Every minute counts in cases like this,” said a police spokesperson. “Our primary focus is the safe recovery of Kai.”
Despite the severity of the situation, the case has yet to receive widespread media coverage, prompting concerned community members to take action on social media, sharing pleas for help and raising awareness. “We don’t always get the coverage we deserve,” one local resident wrote, “but that means we must work harder as a community to bring Kai home.”
Friends and neighbors describe Kai as a bright, lively boy with a big smile who loved playing outside and spending time with his mother. The sense of loss is palpable as residents rally behind the family in grief and hope.
The Norfolk Police Department encourages anyone who sees Tyli Scott or Kai, or who has any information on their whereabouts, to immediately contact 911 or call the Norfolk Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP. Tips can be submitted anonymously.
As the investigation unfolds, the community remains united in the urgent plea: Bring Kai home safe.